PURCHASING SUPERVISOR

LISI AEROSPACE is ranked 60th in the global aerospace value chain and specializes in the design and manufacture of high-tech metal components to enhance aircraft safety and performance. Active since 1950 in the fastener market (no. 3 worldwide), LISI AEROSPACE has been a recognized player in metal components for aircraft engines and airframes since 2011. With its dedication to industrial excellence, LISI AEROSPACE aims to become a leader in costs, quality, deadlines and workplace safety. This mindset is represented at every level of our company and by all of our team members. At LISI AEROSPACE, we focus above all on advancement and flexibility. Every employee is empowered and has the latitude they need to carry out their assignments and develop their skills. We provide this mobility and training through our Corporate University, the LISI Knowledge Institute (LKI). As a result, our company is growing fast and always welcoming new talents. PRIMARY SUMMARY: Leads site purchasing activities and ensure compliance with company policies; ensures the reliable, competitive and complaint supply of raw materials, components, services, tooling, and outside processing required to support production and customer commitments. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Leads, coaches and develops buyers or purchasing clerks capability in negotiation, supplier management, cost analysis and Lisi purchasing procedures. Supervises purchasing personnel, assigns priorities and guides the workflow based on production requirements. Reviews or establishes purchasing procedures, setup standards for purchasing execution, follow-up, escalation processes. Coordinates with planning/operations and ensures timely decisions and proactive actions to mitigate shortages or supplier performance deteriorations or upcoming risks and supports the production schedules. Conducts periodic Spend Analysis and identifies supplier consolidation or cost-reduction opportunities; leads projects or activities in negotiating pricing, payment terms, lead times, etc to optimize total cost and achieve corporate saving targets. Supports in corporate group contracts, LTA and preferred suppliers and consolidates spend where applicable. Coordinates supplier capacity reviews and maintains supplier lead time chart; applies appropriate inventory management methodology and maintains adequate inventory levels while supporting production continuity. Reviews and approves Purchase Orders to ensure accuracy in accordance with supplier quotation, pricing agreement, customer requirement flow down, etc. Resolves discrepancies involving quantity, price, delivery, documentation, packaging and invoice compliance, etc. Leads supplier performance reviews; coordinates improvement plans or corrective actions in terms of quality or on-time delivery. Supports supplier qualification, approval, development and ASL maintenance. Collaborates and coordinates with cross-functional departments and promotes ethical conduct, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Ensures employees observe all safety regulations. Performs personnel functions, performance evaluations and disciplinary action. Ensures all people placed under their assigned area of responsibility, or all persons who may be affected by equipment or processes placed under their responsibility are complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local and State government, and LISI Aerospace policies, procedures and plans. All employees are responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times. All employees are required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately. Continually seek opportunities to improve our HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our result…

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